What Your Eyes Say About Your Health

We have always said that the eyes are the window to the soul, but have you ever thought that they can also be the window to your health?  The eyes, like the rest of our body, usually send signals of how things are working inside.

For this reason we must pay the same attention to our eyes that we give to the state of our skin, hair and hands.  What are those signs? What do your eyes say about your health? Do not stop reading that we will tell you here.

Red or bloodshot sclera

There are many reasons why the whites of the eyes tend to become bloodshot.

The most common reasons are an eye infection, such as conjunctivitis, or straining the eyes with a computer or TV for too long.

There is also the possibility of having burned the sclera with the sun, something very rare but possible.

However, if the whites of your eyes are constantly flooded with blood, you should go for a checkup as soon as possible.  

White sclera is one of the clearest signs of good health.

If the problem of redness has appeared recently and you are sure that it is not conjunctivitis, it could be:

• Dehydration In this case, make sure you are drinking at least 2 liters of water a day.
• Poor diet Eliminate fast food. Water, fruits and vegetables are the best you can consume.
• Allergies  Food allergies can also cause this redness.
• Contact lenses. Cheap contact lenses or those that do not fit the eye properly are a major cause of red eyes.

Bulging eyes

Consider what your eyes say if they stick out more than normal. Some people have this genetic characteristic  and you should not worry if it is something normal in your family.

In case the bulging eyes have appeared in the last weeks it could indicate hyperthyroidism. It is important that you go to the doctor to obtain a diagnosis and that they refer you to the specialist.

Twitching in the eyes and eyelids

Do your eyes or eyelids contract a lot? In this case, they are indicating that you have not eaten enough fresh vegetables and fruit.

Trembling of the eyes and lids is a sign of magnesium deficiency. Luckily, consuming this mineral is simple, as it is found in the seeds, dark green leaves, figs and in cocoa.

Most people are magnesium deficient. In case your problem persists, you should go to the doctor to verify that the lack of magnesium is the problem.

The yellow sclera

This is a condition that usually indicates liver problems.  This problem is known as jaundice and is caused by increased levels of bilirubin in the blood.

Avoiding alcohol, refined sugar, processed foods, and saturated animal fat is the first step in preventing liver problems.

Blurred pupils

If your pupils are becoming cloudy, you are developing cataracts. It is a very common problem when our eyes age, although it can be accelerated by the stress chronic, poor diet, dehydration or heavy metal poisoning.

White corneal ring

A white corneal ring around the iris is a condition caused by excess cholesterol and triglycerides in young adults.  In older adults it can be caused simply by fat deposits lodged on the edge of the cornea.  In either case, it is a good idea to consult with your ophthalmologist.